PhD in Scandinavian Studies - Philology in Madison United States | University of Wisconsin-Madison

University of Wisconsin-Madison | Madison United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 25,652
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The doctoral program provides advanced studies in literature, folklore, and philology. Admission prerequisites align with those for the Master's degree in Scandinavian Studies, specializing in literature, regional studies, or philology as applicable. New graduate students must meet with the primary graduate advisor when they arrive at UW-Madison. During this meeting, they'll review the student's academic objectives and professional aspirations, then jointly determine the most suitable faculty member to serve as committee chair.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Applicants should have an MA in a related field.
Applicants should have a BA degree from an accredited institution in a field of humanities or social studies.
Applicants are expected to have preparation equivalent to an undergraduate major in Scandinavian Studies at UWMadison and should either have taken three years of a Scandinavian language or must demonstrate (by examination) equivalent competence in one Scandinavian language or Finnish. A GPA of 3.25 (on a 4.0 scale) is required for admission, students with a GPA below 3.25 but above 3.00 may be considered for admission on probation. A writing sample (in English or a Scandinavian language) is required.
Applicants should have a BA degree from an accredited institution in a field of humanities or social studies.

A minimum undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00 on the equivalent of the last 60 semester hours (approximately two years of work) or a master's degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required. Applicants from an international institution must demonstrate strong academic achievement comparable to a 3.00 for an undergraduate or master's degree.
Minimum TOEFL requirement- 92 internet (iBT), 580 paper-based test (PBT)
Minimum IELTS requirement- 7.0
Minimum IELTS Indicator requirement- 7.0

Tuition USD 25,652

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